Melithreptus albogularis
(White-throated honeyeater)
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FAMILY |
Meliphagidae |
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Species |
Melithreptus albogularis |
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Common name |
White-throated honeyeater |
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Main colour(s) |
Olive green and white |
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Distinctive feature |
Black-brown head, with white nape line and olive green back, size 16-19 cm |
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Campus |
Cairns, Townsville |
Description
This honeyeater has a dark head with a white nape line prior to the olive green back. It is chiefly found in wooded areas. Underparts are white. Legs and feet pinkish-grey, eyes black with bluish-white skin surrounding, bill black.
